Informing the Legislature that on June 21, 2024, the Governor signed the following bill into law: HB2396 HD1 SD2 (ACT 071).

This bill, signed into law by the Governor on June 21, 2024, updates the pay and benefits for Hawaii National Guard members serving on active duty for the state. It ensures that officers, warrant officers, and enlisted personnel receive pay and allowances equivalent to their counterparts in the U.S. Army and Air Force while on state active duty. The legislation also mandates that these service members be allowed to deposit their pay directly into personal bank accounts and provides a specific allowance to cover TRICARE Reserve Select health insurance for those activated for more than thirty days who lack other coverage. Additionally, it sets a minimum daily pay standard for enlisted personnel to ensure their total compensation meets a specified hourly wage threshold.